09/24/2026
House or condo…?? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to owning property at Lake of the Ozarks. It really comes down to how you want to spend your time when you’re here.
Of course, lifestyle isn’t the only factor. Budget matters, too. Because while we might all love the idea of the big waterfront house, private dock, and plenty of room for everyone to come stay… What actually makes sense for your budget and how often you’ll use your Lake place matters just as much.
That’s one reason condos can be such a great option. You can still get the Lake views, water access, and amenities you’re looking for, often at a more approachable price point and with less maintenance waiting for you when you arrive.
Or, if having your own shoreline, more privacy, additional space, and a dock right outside your door is the dream AND it works for your budget, a single-family home may be exactly what you’re looking for.
These two NEW listings are a pretty great example of just how different those options can look.
📍580 Ponderosa Dr, Camdenton | $1,699,000
5 bedrooms, 4 baths and 3,108 sq. ft. with 77 feet of private shoreline at the 37 MM. A flat driveway, 3-car garage, very few steps to the water, dual decks, outdoor kitchen, fire pit and a private dock with two boat slips, PWC spaces and an outdoor bar.
📍37 Westshore Falls Ct , Lake Ozark | $335,000
A fully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo with 1,279 sq. ft., a large deck overlooking the Lake, community pool access and a 12x32 boat slip + PWC slip included.
Two price points. Two very different ways to enjoy Lake of the Ozarks….
Two very different ways to do Lake life. The question is…
Which are you choosing: HOUSE or CONDO?
Comment your pick below, and if one of these properties caught your eye, send us a message for all the details.